Walking Working Surfaces
Employee exposure to wet floors, spills, or clutter can lead to slips, trips, falls, and other possible injuries.
Walking/Working surfaces should be free of clutter.
Slips
Whenever any substance has been spilled or is standing, clean it up immediately before pursuing any other job.
- Report sources of spills/wet spots to ensure repairs are made.
- If the identity of the spilled substance is unknown, identify it and use proper cleanup and disposal techniques.
- Take short steps when walking on wet surfaces to lessen the chance of slipping.
- Keep hands free and out of pockets to ensure better balance.
- Wear slip-resistant shoes and keep them clean.
- Never run.
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4-6. When should a substance that has been spilled or is standing on a rig's working surface be cleaned up?
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